More and more people work from home these days, whether it’s a full-time remote job or a hybrid position. Having a dedicated place to tackle work tasks is great, but what if you don’t have a spare room for an office? There are all sorts of ways to carve out a home office setup in … | Continue reading
When I saw this hack come across my desk, I thought it looked pretty cool. It had a high-end, cozy vibe about it, and I realized I hadn’t really seen anything like it before. I googled hanging planter lamps, and the available ones I saw were all around $150 to $180. That’s when I … | Continue reading
The IKEA MAMMUT children’s table looks like any ordinary kids’ table. But is it? Lift off the top surface, and you’ll find something IKEA created as a structural design — a honeycomb of compartments built into the base, hidden just beneath the tabletop. One hacker discovered that … | Continue reading
Most speakers are boxes. Rigid, sealed, acoustically inert boxes engineered to contain acoustic materials rather than become part of the sound. David Kan, IKEA hacker and audiophile, explains, “The [speaker] drivers work solely on their own, without any musical interaction with t … | Continue reading
When is a bowl not just a bowl? When it’s everything else! These hacks are the epitome of thinking outside the box, turning a basic IKEA bowl into a lamp, a bird feeder, a table, and so much more. (There’s even a way to measure the wind!) IKEA’s BLANDA bowl is a simple, glass be … | Continue reading
I recently had to return three different frames because they just weren’t the right fit for my photo. Between the frame sizes and different mat options, it was a strikeout each time. When I saw this tech-savvy hack from Türker Özenir, I thought, “If only I had seen this a few wee … | Continue reading
I’m going to just put it out there right from the start: I am jealous of this BILLY book nook hack. It looks so amazing, and oh, so cozy! I would snuggle up with my favorite book and never want to leave. I’m scoping out areas in my home that I can convert, such as an extra closet … | Continue reading
I love the idea of filling my home with fresh flowers, but it seems I lack the skills to keep them alive for more than a few days. I try, I really do, but it doesn’t seem to work out. So I started thinking: what are the best ways for someone like me to include pretty florals in m … | Continue reading
Drawers on wheels, narrow or wide, a sleek desk, or one with drawers on the side. This sounds like a quirky poem about furniture, but it’s actually a glimpse into a popular IKEA product range. IKEA’s ALEX series offers a variety of drawer and desk configurations, making it a favo … | Continue reading
For years, the hallway in our home was simply a long, narrow pass-through. It was just a transition from one part of the house to the next. Walking through it was like hearing detectives on TV saying, “Nothing to see here, keep moving.” But here’s the thing. Our house is small, a … | Continue reading
Ready to unlock everything your IKEA SKÅDIS pegboard can do? These 10 genius pegboard ideas for easy home organization are about to change everything. When is a pegboard not just a pegboard? When it’s also a jewelry organizer, a pot rack, and a rock-climbing wall! (I mean, go big … | Continue reading
Taking your work with you wherever you go may sound stressful, but if you work from home, a portable workstation is brilliant. Personally, I have a dedicated work area at home, but I still end up in the living room a lot. This easy hack from Kostas Syrtariotis sure would make rel … | Continue reading
I love an open-concept floor plan, but an open-concept bathroom sink? Not so much. I’m all about storage and hiding things out of sight, especially when it comes to toiletries. Michele was dealing with a wall-mounted sink and an old cabinet that wasn’t very functional for storage … | Continue reading
The idea that great design is only for a privileged few is, well, hogwash. At least that’s IKEA’s take. The Swedish superstar has built its brand around creating stylish, functional pieces that elevate even the smallest of spaces, all at an affordable price point. Making good des … | Continue reading
Have you ever been so into a vacation that you don’t realize until afterward that you forgot to take pictures? I’ve done something similar with some past organizing projects. I don’t remember until I’m snapping the after pics that I forgot to take the before pics. (Oops!) Well, P … | Continue reading
We’ve all had those days where a little change makes all the difference — a new outfit, a fresh haircut, and suddenly you feel like a whole new person. Well, Berlin-based lifestyle and travel creator Georgia (@gigipalamas) had the same idea, except her transformation project invo … | Continue reading
My son had a loft bed in his room for a long time because it was the best way to keep his room feeling more spacious. Under the bed, he created a comfy reading zone, and when he had a friend sleep over, we stuck an air mattress underneath to make a temporary bunk bed. This was ye … | Continue reading
Have you ever stopped to think about how much stuff you keep in your bathroom? For what’s usually one of the smallest rooms in the house, we sure expect it to handle a lot. Toiletries, towels, makeup, hair appliances, spa treatments, toilet paper, medicine, first-aid supplies, an … | Continue reading
One of my favorite things to do when I visit an IKEA is wander through the showroom. (Isn’t it everyone’s?) I love seeing the products in action and how they come together to create effortless spaces that reflect a variety of styles. Recently, poking around an IKEA subreddit brou … | Continue reading
The IKEA IVAR collection offers oodles of versatility thanks to its variety of cabinets, shelving, storage boxes, drawers, doors, and more. Plus, the untreated pine looks great, but it’s also easy to paint. Therefore, it’s a breeze to create whatever look suits your favorite desi … | Continue reading
Woo hoo, summer is on its way! And, while I have to admit, I don’t always look forward to the sweltering heat, I do love summertime. You get more sunshine, longer days, barbecues, family time, all the things that seem to give this season a more laid-back feel. You also have summe … | Continue reading
Have you heard the phrase, “If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, it’s probably a duck?” It basically means you can confidently identify something based on its features. Makes sense. But then came the IKEA HOLMERUD side table. IKEA’s HOLMERUD side ta … | Continue reading
We’ve been there—futile furniture hunting. Txetxu31 tells us, “We’d been looking for a medium-to-large coffee table with storage for a while,” he explains, “but we couldn’t find anything that met those requirements unless we ordered a custom-made piece. But that was too expensive … | Continue reading
You know those ink blot tests where you look at a big splatter and say what it looks like to you? I think they’re fascinating, like looking at clouds. You might see a butterfly where I see a truck, and your friend could see the Mona Lisa. That’s what I think of when I look at the … | Continue reading
Roughing it outdoors is overrated. You can absolutely love the outdoors and refuse to sit on a scratchy blanket, eat off a flimsy paper plate, or huddle around a sad, smoky disposable grill. IKEA just proved it with the drop of its new SOLUPPGÅNG collection, and it might be the m … | Continue reading
Thirty years after a hair dryer, a leaky valve, and some very unglamorous sounds ended IKEA’s first big inflatable experiment, the Swedish giant is trying again. This time, it might actually have nailed it. When IKEA announced that its beloved PS collection is returning for a ten … | Continue reading
Taking something simple and basic and turning it into a unique piece is one of the most fun parts of hacking. It kind of reminds me of those classic 1980’s movies where the quiet, shy girl gets a makeover and becomes the life of the party. Donald Baxter decided to give this a try … | Continue reading
What do you get when you take a few inexpensive IKEA mirrors and some wood trim? You guessed it! A statement wall feature that brightens up your space for under $50. Nilesh wanted to create a high-end wall feature, and he found the perfect solution with IKEA’s BLODLÖNN mirror. Yo … | Continue reading
IKEA hackers Ian and Loida Callaghan were super excited when they assembled five BILLY bookcases to create a personal library. The only problem? Along with their brand-new reading room, they got over 400 shelf holes. A bunch of holes didn’t quite mesh with the sophisticated look … | Continue reading
Want to make your gift for mom extra-special this Mother’s Day? Hack a custom tea caddy, a stylish vase, or a garden on wheels that will make her smile and appreciate the creative kid she’s raised. These gift ideas start with IKEA products and end with a DIY treat that’s perfect … | Continue reading
Growing up, my grandmother had an absolutely pristine backyard that made you feel like you were walking through a small botanical getaway. I didn’t inherit her green thumb, but I do share her love for a gorgeous outdoor space. I also adore everything IKEA, so I figured, why not p … | Continue reading
That pre-cut notch at the bottom of your BILLY is maddeningly close to clearing your baseboard but close isn’t good enough. Here’s how to fix it, from the most polished finish to dead-simple solutions. The IKEA BILLY bookcase is a legend when it comes to furniture hacks. People h … | Continue reading
When Amy decided it was time for a kitchen redo, she wanted to keep her existing IKEA cabinets. She loved how they looked, and they were in great shape, so she figured, why not reuse them and save some money? However, she needed a better layout to improve functionality in her sma … | Continue reading
Time for dinner? Great, I’m starving! Just let me grab my phone. Sound familiar? According to a recent IKEA study, 98% of people eat while looking at a device, primarily their smartphone. You might not find this surprising, since today, more than ever, we spend a good portion of … | Continue reading
So what’s a music-loving, design-obsessed homeowner supposed to do when they can’t find stylish, functional storage for a retro stereo setup? Apparently, the answer is to raid the kitchen aisle at IKEA. Creative DIYer Mehmet found IKEA kitchen cabinets to be just the thing for hi … | Continue reading
Who doesn’t love kicking back and putting their feet up after a long day? But if the whole point is to relax, shouldn’t it be as easy as possible? At least, that’s what this hacker thought when it came to their IKEA POÄNG chair and footstool. Paul said, “The chair is very comfort … | Continue reading
Most people flinch when they see a praying mantis. But what if you gave one a home so stunning, it stopped you in your tracks instead? I admit, a mantis terrarium isn’t something I’ve ever thought about making. I mean, it is pretty specific, but it’s also really cool, especially … | Continue reading
The GREJIG wire shoe rack was always just … there. Doing its job quietly. Now IKEA has built a whole system around it. The IKEA GREJIG shoe rack has never been a headline product. It’s a single-tier wire rack that holds your shoes and costs $4.99. It works. It doesn’t ask for muc … | Continue reading
You never know when or where inspiration will strike. And if you’ve got a creative spirit, the odds are good that you can find a project pretty much anywhere. Self-taught sewing artist Bolly took one look at IKEA’s popular FRAKTA and just had to turn it into a funky handbag. I m … | Continue reading
Sometimes the best projects come about by accident. That was the case for Aeschinoer, who stumbled upon this clever backlit mirror idea while working on a completely different IKEA hack — a project called “back-lit lunar landscape.” One idea led to another, and the result is a wa … | Continue reading
Nowadays, the closest my hubby and I get to dinner and a show is kicking back on the sofa with takeout. Turns out, we’re not alone. A recent IKEA study just affirmed our tendency for couch dining, finding that 1 in 5 people enjoy dinner on the sofa. We still eat dinner as a famil … | Continue reading
Andreas Larsen wanted a way to bring his bike repair setup to festivals, markets, and events around town without spending a small fortune to do it. Traditional event cargo bikes and culture carts? They were clocking in at several times more than he wanted to spend. So he designed … | Continue reading
Since launching in January 2025, this snap-together storage range has been quietly conquering DIY forums—one hack at a time. The IKEA LÅDMAKARE range offers a straightforward way to create almost endless configurations without a lot of measuring or cutting. People also love the m … | Continue reading
You know that feeling when you walk past your IKEA sofa and think, “I love you, but…”? Maybe it’s showing its age, or perhaps that neutral beige that seemed so practical three years ago now feels utterly boring. Sure, you can hop into IKEA for a replacement slipcover, but there a … | Continue reading
When you have a bunch of quirky, colorful items that have something in common, it’s pretty much a given that they need to be on display. Reddit user Alien–Wolf decided this was just the ticket for their wife’s extensive earring collection, which includes everything from rubber du … | Continue reading
Whoa, whoa, whoa, back up a second, those are BILLY bookcases?! (That’s what you’re thinking right now, isn’t it?) I get it; I did a double-take, too. This built-in bookcase hack from Reddit user Floyd (u/DisastrousPipe8192) is next-level. I mean, it doesn’t even look like the sa … | Continue reading
I make a lot of props for theatre productions, and I’ve found that ideas ignite in the most unexpected of places. For example, when splashing around with pool noodles, I thought how cool it would be to turn them into a giant sea anemone for our school’s production of Finding Nemo … | Continue reading
Time passes, things change. What worked once doesn’t anymore. This isn’t breaking news — it’s life, and even the most functional hacks can become less so over time. When Pauline Mantoua renovated her home, her previous IKEA IVAR hack was no longer working its magic, but that didn … | Continue reading